Fluresh became the first recreational marijuana dispensary in the city.
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The ethical consumer’s guide to recreational cannabis in Grand Rapids. BY SAMANTHA SUAREZ
// PHOTO BY ALFIELD REEVES
It’s been a long and bumpy road for the cannabis plant. From being completely illegal and demonized to later decriminalized and only allowed for medical use and, finally, to the legal sale of recreational marijuana in the city. At the time of this writing, the active recreational cannabis dispensaries in the area are Pharmhouse Wellness, Fluresh, Michigan Supply & Provisions, 3Fifteen and Exclusive Brands. Retailers generally carry a selection of products including flower, pre-rolled joints, edibles, vape cartridges, concentrates, topicals and more. Customers are encouraged to talk to budtenders to find the best product for their unique tastes and needs. We spoke to representatives from a few dispensaries and had local experts weigh in to help you support the industry in the most ethical manner possible, whether your priority is to shop local, environmental sustainability, social equity or all of the above; ultimately, the choice is yours. GR M AG .CO M
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